If you’re using Google Maps for Android Auto, then you might want to check out Google’s latest update—the company recently announced that it’s bringing intelligent EV trip-planning features to more than 350 car models across several brands. Google says that the update is designed to provide drivers with high-accuracy battery predictions, as well as automated charging stop recommendations directly on their vehicle’s display.
By adding specific vehicle details into the Google Maps app, drivers can now see their expected battery level upon arrival at a destination. Google says that the new feature combines AI with advanced energy models that factor in a vehicle’s weight and battery size alongside real-time environmental data like traffic, road elevation, and current weather conditions, for better accuracy.
That said, the update allows users to input their current charge level to receive an updated ETA that includes charging time, and will even let them specify their desired battery percentage for arrival so they aren’t left searching for a plug immediately after reaching their destination. The new update is rolling out now to different EV models in the U.S., including vehicles from Audi, BMW, Chevrolet, Hyundai, Kia, and Toyota.
